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Vitamin B5

INCI

Panthenol

SUMMARY

Vitamin B5, also known as panthenol, is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin that acts as a humectant to attract and retain moisture. It’s used in skincare products like creams, lotions and serums as well as haircare products to hydrate skin and hair. Panthenol also has soothing and anti-inflammatory properties that can strengthen the skin barrier and reduce redness and irritation.

ORIGIN

Panthenol is sourced from both plant and animal sources and can be created from pantothenic acid, a component found in both plants and animals.

SKIN TOLERANCE

Panthenol is generally well-tolerated on most skin.

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